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Just started soft foods so here is today's menu.....if anyone has any advice to up my protien, would appreciate it. B-Protein shake 1/2 cup L- 1/3 banana, laughing cow light Swiss wedge D - 1/4 cup fat free refried Beans, 1 T shredded cheese, 1T Greek yogurt I feel like all I do is drink Water and I've only made it to 24 oz today...

I did the same thing my first day home (2nd day post op) My doctor told me it was my body trying to get rid of nasty stuff in my tummy. Took my nausea pill and antacid that evening and next 2 days and didn't have it again.... Hope you feel better!

Hi. I had surgery the same day and I can not wait till Monday! My meal plan has us on full liquids for 2 weeks then soft food for 2 weeks. Maybe you could do a ricotta bake with marinara (careful about the acid) or hummus?

Mine was 2 weeks full liquids, 2 weeks soft foods.... Can't wait to start soft foods on Monday!

So I am 10 days out and my stomach is still so swollen that I can't wear the pants I was in before surgery even tho I have lost 21 lbs since pre op diet. I am not sure if the fact that I had a hematoma at surgery. Did anyone swell like this??

Thank you all! I can eat low fat just fine.... Just a mix up. I am planning on sticking to my dr's plan and going with lite and sugar free for now.

So I am 8 days post op and just realized I just ate yogurt... Not sugar free, not lite. Why is it we are supposed to eat low fat and sugar free and for how long?? Thanks, all!

Alright - I am so excited to be part of this!!! Day 8 post op for me so I hope I am not making this goal too far of a stretch but I know most weight comes off in the beginning. SN.....................starting wt...............current............goal..............lbs to goal Shordee0751.......258.5......................238.5.............198.5..............40 lbs!!!!

I am so sorry - I had surgery on Monday, the 27th so the day before you and I understand what you mean when you say you had no idea! I too was vomiting everything and it was not only discouraging but really painful. I was in the hospital 3 days and was still sick after leaving. I finally started keeping food down after doing 3 things - switching back to clear liquids (just broth, protein shakes, and popsicles) taking an anti nausea pill daily, and taking Zantac daily. I really hope things start looking up for you and if your doctor's office is anything like mine, call them. They are there to help.

I can not believe my long journey is almost over - I know that tomorrow will bring a new journey and right now I say, bring it!! I am excited but also really nervous. I haven't had surgery since I was eight years old and am worried about so many things. Any advice??

Help!!! I am 6 days post op and haven't taken my multi vitamin since before surgery. I really want to start back on track but with all the other pills I am taking (pain, antacid, vitamin d, etc.) I just want to know what you guys think.... Thanks!

I have cigna and bmi was 46

Had surgery same day as you. I had a few additional complications so I am actually back on Clear liquids after a bad experience with yogurt. Anyway, today is the weakest day by far- hoping to get in a lot of Water as I am sure it will help. I can only hope everyday gets a little easier...are you in a lot of pain? I am ok as long as I am lying down but getting up is torture so walking is not high on my list. Good luck to you and I hope we can compare as time goes on!

My approval with cigna took about 1 1/2 weeks. My PCP included my 6 month diet and a letter of recommendation. Also had a few other dr reports... Nothing required. My approval was denied but it was because my referral letter and nutritional plan from my PCP wasn't there. Once that was sent in, it was quickly approved. Let me know if you have any questions... Good luck!!!

I did HCG last summer - I did 2 separate rounds of 28 days (3 weeks apart) and lost a total of 35 lbs. First round was ok, it was really hard to eat the required food I needed even tho it was 500 calories. Followed exactly what I was supposed to in between the 2 rounds and keep weight off but as I ended 2nd round, I got so sick. I had to eat more. As of now gained that 35 lbs back plus an additional 15 and am scheduled for surgery on Monday.

I am wondering the same thing....my surgery is Monday morning. Excited but scared!

Hi all, I have been on my pre op diet since Monday and was wondering if chewable Calcium Vitamins are okay? I popped one in my mouth tonight and my hubby looked at me like I was crazy cause I was chewing. I didn't really think about it not being liquid. I have also been swallowing a multi Vitamin this week as well. Thanks!

Hi brent, So exciting! July 8th will be here before you know it. Where is your surgeon? I am in Utah as well and am having surgery next week with Dr. Cottam. Good luck and welcome!

I can't believe my surgery date is less than a week away - June 27th, here I come! I haven't posted much but I have read a ton and learned even more...this is been a huge help in my journey. I have been on my diet for a few days and I noticed that crystal light has caffiene in it, is it okay to drink? My pre op diet states no caffiene or carbonation. I can not wait to be on the losing bench and I am already looking at the 2 lbs I have lost as 2 lbs I will never see again. I can't wait to get to know more of you better as I am not feeling a ton of support from my family and friends and know this is a community that will do that. Thanks!

I just scheduled my surgery today - June 27th for me too! I am so excited and glad that it is so close. I will not be starting my pre op diet until Monday (only need one week) Is that normal? I am excited to know some people that are going to be doing the at the same time I am! Yay!

It is possible. I started my 6 month dr appt the end of October and am having surgery on the 27th of this month. I had my final 6th appt the end of April and wish I would have started all my surgery pre op stuff before that final appt so it would have taken less time. I did have my appt's with my primary care doctor so that might make a difference too. Are you going to do it through your regular doc or the surgeon's office?? I had my initial appt with surgeon the beginning of May and just got my approval 2 days ago. I hope this helps - let me know if you have any questions!

Hi all.....still waiting for my insurance approval but surgeons office stated I should be okay for surgery on June 27th!!!! Keeping my fingers crossed and hoping for a quick approval process. Wish you all the best of luck and can't wait to be one of the jewels of June!!

Me! Just starting all this crazy stuff - how about you??

Hi - new girl here. I am so excited to start this new road - I have had my initial consult (which included labs, psych eval, dietician and trainer meeting) and am now just waiting for everything to get to my insurance for approval. This has been a longer road then expected as I have already had to complete a 6 month diet program with my doctor before I could even start the process with my surgeon. I guess in a way this was a good thing. I have had time to research and be sure this is what I want. I haven't always been a big girl. I was never a skinny minnie but never overweight, or obese. I have been married for 7 1/2 years and in that time, I have gained over 80 lbs. My hubby and I LOVE to eat and LOVE to cook.... it has been the common ground for us. I am scared that with surgery, we will lose a connection. Has anyone else worried about something like this?? Thanks so much and I am so glad I found this place!